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Galaxy Fuel Filter Heater Error

My 2002 Ford Galaxy diesel is throwing a fuel filter heater error. Engine power is down, response is sluggish, and fuel consumption is up. Idling is rough. Mileage is at 245866 km. I suspect a cable or plug issue with the heater. Where should I start?

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A 2002 Ford Galaxy diesel is experiencing a fuel filter heater error, leading to reduced engine power, sluggish response, increased fuel consumption, and rough idling. The suspected cause is a cable or plug issue with the heater. The solution involved checking for loose or corroded connections around the fuel filter, which was confirmed by a workshop that found and fixed a corroded connector, resolving the problem.

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vincenteule3

I had a similar problem with my Galaxy: reduced engine power and awful fuel consumption. Have you checked all the connections around the fuel filter? Could be a loose wire or a corroded connector. It's a pain, but worth checking before replacing parts.

nelefuchs2 (community.author)

I gave them a quick look, but didn't pull everything apart to check for corrosion properly. Where did you find the dodgy connection on yours? Was it obviously corroded, or did you need to probe to find it?

vincenteule3

I'm no expert. I fiddled a bit, wiggled wires, and it seemed better, but the problem returned. I took it to a workshop. They sorted it quickly. If you're not confident, that might be best. They can properly diagnose it.

nelefuchs2 (community.author)

Thanks! You were right, I took it to the workshop, and they found a corroded connector on the fuel filter heater cable. They cleaned it, replaced a short cable section, and now it's running great. Cost 95€, but worth it!

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